synchronize

verb

syn·​chro·​nize ˈsiŋ-krə-ˌnīz How to pronounce synchronize (audio)
ˈsin-
synchronized; synchronizing
Synonyms of synchronizenext

intransitive verb

: to happen at the same time

transitive verb

1
: to represent or arrange (events) to indicate coincidence or coexistence
2
: to make synchronous in operation
3
: to make (motion-picture sound) exactly simultaneous with the action
synchronizer noun

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Examples of synchronize in a Sentence

The dancers practiced until they synchronized their movements. The sound and picture have to synchronize perfectly.
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These gains are expected with AI agents since different people within the organization can obtain information and collaborate directly with each other’s agents rather than needing to constantly synchronize knowledge bases or context together. — Aamish Ahmad Beg, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025 The stories are almost too perfectly synchronized, with every loose end tied up. — Ian Johnson, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2025 Establishing a consistent bedtime helps synchronize the body’s internal clock, leading to smoother mornings and better sleep quality. — Lia Miller, Parents, 14 Mar. 2025 From above the stage, a brooding electric guitar reverberated through the space as the dancer pirouetted onto the stage alone, only to be gradually joined by others, their movements synchronized with the live accompaniment of a classical pianist. — Tiana Randall, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for synchronize

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1624, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

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The first known use of synchronize was circa 1624

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synchronize

verb
syn·​chro·​nize ˈsiŋ-krə-ˌnīz How to pronounce synchronize (audio)
ˈsin-
synchronized; synchronizing
: to cause to agree in time
synchronize your watches

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